1982 Alpine A 310 vs. 1985 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1985 Ford Taurus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alpine A 310 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Ford Taurus. (139 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Taurus weights approximately 461 kg more than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Because 1982 Alpine A 310 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Alpine A 310. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Taurus (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alpine A 310. (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alpine A 310 | 1985 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Alpine | Ford |
Model | A 310 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 45 L |